Retreat to Cool Mt. Shasta Strawberry Valley Inn is open year-round and offers monthly specials including a "Stay & Play" ski package, "Sweetheart Massage" package, romantic getaways and spiritual retreats. This charming inn is the perfect home away from home, offering guests the opportunity to relax, rejuvenate and take advantage of everything Mount Shasta has to of … [Read more...]
Pine Cove Marina, Lewiston
Fishing Traditions Start Here! Pine Cove is the only marina on Lewiston Lake. They rent patio boats, fishing boats, kayaks and canoes as well as boat slips for your own water craft. Renting a patio boat is a great way to see the lake and fish. At Pine Cove Marina, they sincerely hope that you will come and experience the fantastic fishing, crowd free water and go home with a … [Read more...]
Mount Shasta Resort
Where Heaven Meets Earth Escape to the crisp mountain air to enjoy spectacular golf, fine dining, day spa treatments, and lodging in your fully appointed Chalet. Paradise awaits you - just off of I-5, between San Francisco and Portland. Where: 1000 Siskiyou Lake Blvd., Mount Shasta (google map) More Info, Reservations & Tee Ti … [Read more...]
Holiday Harbor, Shasta Lake
Houseboat Capital of the World Whether you are planning an extended vacation or a weekend getaway you will find what you are looking for at Lake Shasta. Rich in history and rich in recreational opportunities, this region offers something for everyone from exciting water adventure, to breathtaking scenic beauty. You will find it very convenient to explore local attractions … [Read more...]
Hilton Garden Inn, Redding
Sitting on a plateau overlooking the majestic Sacramento River, the Hilton Garden Inn Redding hotel offers convenient access right off the I-5 freeway. Our hotel is a great choice for easy travel around town and to the many Redding area attractions. Complimentary wireless internet access Complimentary shuttle service to and from the Redding Airport Complimentary … [Read more...]
Headwaters Adventure Company, Redding
Kayaks, Stand-up Paddle Board Rentals and Outdoor Adventure Excursions! The touring kayaks have sealed storage compartments for your picnic lunch and cold drinks. Rentals include P.F.Ds. (Personal Flotation Device), Paddles, & Spray Skirts. Headwaters Adventure Company offers weekly hosted kayak excursions on local lakes and caps them off with a freshly prepared hot Dutch … [Read more...]
Fun Factory Snowmobile Rentals, Weed
Snowmobile Rentals and Tours since 1995. Fun Factory Snowmobile Rentals and Tours offers access to over 300 miles of beautiful groomed snowmobile trails, and thousands of acres with open Valleys Vistas and volcanoes in the Tri Forest Snowmobile Trail System. The 14,162' high Mt Shasta and the surrounding mountain ranges offer some of the BEST Snowmobiling California has to of … [Read more...]
Bigfoot Rafting, Trinity County
Action-packed, guided whitewater adventures for first-timers and seasoned veterans on the Trinity, Klamath, and Cal Salmon Rivers Since 1984 Bigfoot Rafting has been the go-to company for tourists and locals alike. The largest and most experienced rafting company in Northern California, they offer daily trips on the beautiful emerald waters of the Trinity, South Fork, Cal S … [Read more...]
Antlers Marina, Shasta Lake
Relax and enjoy the splendor of the outdoors at Antlers Resort & Marina. Antlers has been in the Shasta Lake Vacation business for over forty years. Each year water sport enthusiasts come from California, Nevada, Washington, and Oregon to enjoy houseboating, water skiing, fishing, and boating on beautiful Shasta Lake. If houseboating is not for you, then stay in one of … [Read more...]
#77 – Hiking & Backpacking on Mt. Shasta
No matter your hiking level, Mt. Shasta provides stunning panoramic views. You can hike for as little as 15 minutes or spend all day rambling as far as you please. It’s even possible to pitch a tent for the night. Of course, the higher you climb on the mountain, the more breathtaking the views. Depending on which trail you choose, you’ll meander by creeks, waterfalls, evergreen … [Read more...]
#78 – Mt. Shasta Summit
Imagine making your way all the way up to the summit of Mt. Shasta and looking out for miles in every direction. Over 15,000 people try for the summit each year, but fewer than one-half of them have the privilege of signing the book at the top. Do you think you have what it takes to be one of them? Reaching the 14,162-ft. peak is not for the casual hiker—these climbs are for … [Read more...]
#72 – City of Mt. Shasta
If you are looking for that “ski resort” town, with snow-lined streets, quaint gift shops, art galleries and cozy cafés, look no further! The City of Mt. Shasta has all of this and more. Because of its unique geographical position, Mt. Shasta gets more yearly snowfall than other towns in the area, even at its relatively low elevation of 3600 ft., making it a true “winter wonder … [Read more...]
#84 – Black Butte
Driving on the I-5 between Mt. Shasta and Weed, you can miss the overlapping giant volcanic lava domes called Black Butte. The mountain often takes second billing in the area thanks to the titanic Mt. Shasta, but Black Butte is worth a visit in its own right. If you’re up for it, it’s a 2.5 mile hike with an elevation gain of 1,800 ft. to its summit, where you’ll be awarded spec … [Read more...]
#81 – Living Memorial Sculpture Garden
At Living Memorial Sculpture Garden, art, the solitude of open space and spectacular natural vistas combine to offer a truly reflective and moving monument to Veterans. Rugged Mt. Shasta provides the natural backdrop for ten sculptures of soldiers, nurses and prisoners of war by Dennis Smith. Together they depict the many somber and complex aspects of warfare. Founders of the … [Read more...]
#80 – Mt. Eddy Summit
The panoramic views from the summit of Mt. Eddy are well worth the 9.4-mile round-trip hike. Mt. Shasta can be seen to the east, Mt. McLaughlin in Oregon to the north and the Trinity Alps, Castle Crags and Mt. Lassen to the south. At just over 9,000 feet, it is the highest point in Trinity County. Make sure to bring water, since none is available at the trailhead. However, … [Read more...]
#85 – Hot Air Ballooning in Montague
From the 14,000 ft. peak of Mt. Shasta to the Klamath River corridor, there’s no doubt about it, Siskiyou County has amazing scenery. But if you think the view from your car is stunning, imagine taking it in from a hot air balloon, ascending shortly after dawn to watch the sun rise over the Shasta Valley — literally heavenly. Shasta Valley Balloons in Montague offers hot air bal … [Read more...]
#86 – Pluto’s Cave
The majestic grandeur and almost other-worldly presence of Mt. Shasta have inspired countless fantastic tales, including some about an underground city located beneath the mountain and populated by a species of wee folk called Lemurians. Access to this fabulous city is said to be, as one would expect, through caves, although exactly which cave and where it is located is a … [Read more...]
#87 – Lava Beds National Monument
Developed volcanic caves, history and culture are what you’ll find at the one of a kind Lava Beds National Monument. An enormous shield volcano has created a diverse landscape with over 700 lava tube caves, many of which have been improved for visitors and have easy to follow trails, ladders or staircases, and, in one case, lights. The Ranger Station offers guided tours through … [Read more...]
#88 – Iron Gate Reservoir
A bit off the beaten path, Iron Gate Reservoir is noted for its fine fishing, although it’s also popular for swimming, boating and waterskiing, and its shores offer hiking, biking and camping. The best time to visit is in the spring, when the weather is mild and the surrounding hills green and lush. Because it is out of the way, it is rarely crowded. Iron Gate Reservoir is f … [Read more...]
#76 – Snowmobiling
See some of the most pristine, wild and visually stunning winter scenery in Northern California from a snowmobile. There are four snowmobile parks in Siskiyou County, all with warming huts, restrooms, loading ramps and parking areas. An extensive trail system connects the four parks, with 260 miles of groomed and well maintained trails, and countless other unmarked, natural … [Read more...]
#91 – Cedar Pass Snow Park
Go back in time to the early days of skiing at Cedar Pass Snow Park. This small, community-run ski area in the Warner Mountains is a labor of love, entirely staffed by volunteers. With a total of six runs, the lower half of the mountain is serviced by a rope tow, perfect for beginners and for the more advanced, the T-Bar takes skiers to higher elevations. Though small, the … [Read more...]